The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery is medium, it provides somewhat deeper discharges than the AGM.

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Characteristics of the GEL Battery 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery does not require maintenance, as it is a sealed monoblock battery, so it can be installed indoors with little ventilation.

It is also a battery that, because it is made of ABS, has great resistance to the most demanding external conditions and is very resistant to the sulfuric acid that it stores inside.

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery has high quality and durability as well as excellent performance and versatility of use, it is a very competitive battery in the photovoltaic sector and with technical characteristics that are very attractive in comparison with other batteries from well-known manufacturers.

The compact size of the 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery makes it easy to transport and handle. Even if it is overturned, it will not spill acid, but it is recommended that it not be overturned during transport or during handling, nor of course, during operation. To optimize the useful life of the Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL 12V 172Ah Battery, it is also recommended that its discharges not exceed 30%, so it is a battery that, although it does accept deep discharges from time to time. as a habit it can significantly shorten its lifespan.

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery is, as its name indicates, a GEL technology battery belonging to the VRLA battery family (maintenance free), this allows us to enjoy the following characteristics:

- Do not require maintenance throughout the life of the battery because it is completely sealed.

- Long durability, since the deep cycle technology allows us to exceed 3000 life cycles if we discharge less than 30%.

- Greater ease of transport, since the battery does not leak liquid even if it is tilted or knocked over.

- Greater resistance to vibrations, so it gives very good results as a service battery in caravans.

- Being able to install it in places without ventilation or sensitive environments such as power supply for hospital devices and the like.

Other interesting technical characteristics of the Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL 12V 172Ah Battery can be the following:

- Dimensions of 485 x 170 x 240 (including the connection terminal) mm.

- Approximate weight of 43.5 kg

- Capacity in C100: 172Ah

- F11 type terminal for screw.

- Absolute limit voltage with discharged battery: 10.8V.

- VRLA battery without maintenance (Valve Regulated Lead Acid).

- GEL technology with acid combined with silica powder.

- Lead plates with calcium to facilitate the recombination of gases.

The Ultracell UCG-172-12 12V 172Ah GEL Battery is manufactured by Ultracell with the quality guarantee that this entails. Both in the production process and the control of the final product is first class, as expected from this renowned manufacturer of first order.

If we use the battery connected to a solar installation, we must take into account the use of a charge regulator suitable for our installation and configured to charge the battery correctly.

On the other hand, if we are going to charge it with a battery charger, we will have to adjust to the charging requirements, which recommends not exceeding 15-20A of charging intensity and a voltage adjusted to the needs of this battery.

Common uses of the GEL Battery 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery can be used for many purposes, such as:

- Feed the service consumption of a caravan.

- Lighting and small consumption such as TV, mobile charges, etc. in isolated installations.

- Use with or without inverter, although we do not recommend exceeding 500 – 700W at 12V.

- Use for signaling and automated night stationary lighting.

- Backup battery for isolated applications, telecommunications backup.

What we have to avoid is using this battery to power electric motors or other traction operations. To do this, check with us which models would be most suitable for you.

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery is indicated for small solar installations to feed small consumptions. Finally, keep in mind that to maximize the useful life of the Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL 12V 172Ah Battery, it should not remain discharged for long periods of time.

Installation of the GEL Battery 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12

The 12V 172Ah Ultracell UCG-172-12 GEL Battery must be applied in a vertical position, since it is its natural working position, even if it is a sealed battery. To take care of the Ultracell UCG-172-12 12V 172Ah GEL Battery, it must remain most of the time in an optimal state of charge, close to its maximum voltage, due to the fact that this prevents its premature degradation.

It is also very important that the battery is not exposed to high temperatures or extreme hot or cold conditions.